Multistore model of memory Flashcards
Memory
Where does the Sensory Register take in information from the environment?
The sensory register takes in information from the environment through sensory organs (e.g., eyes, ears, nose).
What is the sensory register information duration?
Duration: Information is held very briefly (less than a second).
What is the sensory register’s capacity?
Capacity: Very large capacity as it takes in a lot of sensory information.
How does the sensory register do processing?
Processing: If attention is paid to the information, it is transferred to STM. If ignored, it decays quickly.
What is Short-Term Memory (STM) function?
Function:
Function: Holds information temporarily for immediate tasks.
What is STM Duration?
Duration: Information lasts about 18–30 seconds without rehearsal.
What is STM capacity?
Capacity: Limited to 7±2 items (Miller, 1956).
What is Short-Term Memory (STM) Maintenance Rehearsal?
Maintenance Rehearsal: Repeating information keeps it in STM. If rehearsed enough, it transfers to LTM.
What happens to information in STM if not rehearsed?
It will quickly decay or be displaced with new information
What is Long-Term Memory (LTM) function?
Function: Stores information for an extended period of time, potentially a lifetime.
What is Long-Term Memory (LTM) capacity?
Capacity: Unlimited.
What is Long-Term Memory (LTM) duration?
Duration: Long-lasting, although retrieval may be difficult.
How does Long-Term Memory (LTM) retrieval work?
Retrieval: Information in LTM is transferred back to STM when needed.
What is memory Retrieval
Information is retrieved from LTM into STM for use.
What is an example of memory retrieval?
Example: Remembering something when prompted shows the need for retrieval.
